Andean World
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 692
ISBN-13: 9781138656833
Subjects: Indians of south america, antiquities; Indians of south america, history; Indians of south america, social life and customs; Andes region
Description: This comprehensive reference offers an authoritative overview of Andean lifeways. It provides valuable historical context, as well as demonstrating the relevance of learning about the Andes in light of contemporary events and debates. The volume covers the ecology and pre-Columbian history of the region, and addresses key themes such as cosmology, aesthetics, modes of economic production and exchange, postcolonial legacies, identities, political organization and movements, and transnational interconnections. With over 40 essays by expert contributors that highlight the breadth and depth of Andean worlds, this is an essential resource for students and scholars alike.